Build a body you can trust

For adventure, challenge and life
without constantly breaking down.

Movement & recovery coaching for active people stuck
in the stop–start cycle of recurring injuries.

You're doing the right things

But something still keeps going wrong.  Why does your body always seem to need managing? 

It’s frustrating.  You know there’s more in you.

Many active people reach this point after dealing with recurring injuries that never seem to fully resolve. 

And there’s a quiet question underneath it all:

Is this just how things are now? 

 

It's not your age.

But there is always a reason. 

What people notice as the problem is often the final signal, not where the problem started.

By the time something hurts, the body has often been compensating for a while.

And this is where most people get stuck.

 

Why recurring injuries keep coming back

It’s rarely about trying harder.
Most people in this position are already doing plenty.

But stopping completely or relying on treatment alone might settle things for a while without addressing the cause.

Many people end up bouncing between the two – pushing through until something flares, then stopping, resting or seeking treatment.

The cycle repeats.

Most people collect tools.

  • Stretches
  • Strength work
  • Mobility drills
  • Rest days
  • Ice baths
  • Regular physio

None of them are wrong.

What changes things isn’t another tool.

What actually changes things

Most people I work with have already tried physio, strength work or rest, but the problem keeps coming back. That’s the frustrating reality of recurring injuries.

Real change happens when you understand what’s actually driving the problem and work through the right steps in the right order.

That’s where this approach is different.

Why things start to change

We help you understand what your body is doing so you stop guessing.

You start to see why certain things keep coming back.
You learn what your body actually needs next.
And you know how to support it properly.

So progress starts to hold.

  • You train more consistently.
  • You still push.
  • You recover properly.

And you stop paying for it later.

How real trust is built

Real trust in your body is earned.

When a flare settles – through treatment or rest – it’s natural to assume you can trust your body to get on with things again.

But often that trust is blind.

Things feel okay today, so you push on and hope it holds.

Here, the trust is different.

It’s built on understanding and on changes that actually hold.

  • You stop bracing for the next issue.
  • You stop second-guessing every niggle.
  • You stop assuming certain things are “just off the table”.

Instead of constantly managing your body, you start trusting it again.

Not because you hope it will hold.

Because you know why it does.

Andy, 121 client, Ramsbottom

"Working with Julie has been life-changing"

“She got me round my last marathon without knee pain after just 3 weeks of working together. Now, I’m more supple, mobile & have less headaches and I’m not suffering recurring injuries. The best bit is I feel more capable. I’ve even signed up for my first ultra marathon”

The Peak Path

3 steps to work with us

1 Book a short Call

We start with a short conversation.

You tell me what’s been going on, what you’ve tried, and what you’d like to get back to doing.

If it feels like a good fit, we plan the next step.

2 Start with an MOT

This is a full assessment of how your body is working right now.

We look at breathing, movement patterns, posture, structure and nervous system patterns. 

It helps us understand why the issue keeps returning and what needs to change.

You leave with a clear picture of what’s going on.

MOT sessions take place in Bromley Cross, Bolton, or can be done remotely if you’re further away.

3 Begin coaching

After the MOT we know exactly what needs to change and where to start.

Then coaching becomes the process of working through those steps.

    • Organise your nervous system

    • Rebuild movement patterns that have been compensating

    • Address the daily habits and patterns quietly driving the problem

    • Layer strength and challenge back in a way that holds

So you can train consistently, push when you want to, and stop paying for it later.

"The impact on my whole well-being is incredible"

Olly, 1:1 client, Ramsbottom

"I’m approaching my daily routine with a new vigour and sense of calm. I don't hurt anymore! The impact on my whole wellbeing is incredible"

Hi I'm Julie

and this is Phil​

Julie Tod & Phil Young of Your Peak Potential smiling at camera

I didn’t start this work because everything in my body worked perfectly.

 Quite the opposite.

For years I was doing everything “right”.
I was a yoga teacher alongside my corproate job.  I trained regularly, stretched, and tried to look after my body.

But I was also sitting for long hours, pushing through stress, not sleeping well, and living a pretty full-on life.

The result was a constant cycle of niggles and recurring injuries that didn’t quite make sense.

I’d fix one thing… and something else would show up.

What I eventually realised was that the problem wasn’t effort.
It was that I was missing the bigger picture of how the body actually works.

How we work with clients

What I eventually realised was that the problem wasn’t effort.
It was that I was missing the bigger picture of how the body actually works.

Breathing, nervous system state, movement patterns, habits and strength all influence each other.

When those pieces start working together, things change.

That’s the approach I now use with clients.

Phil is my partner and works part time in the business. He brings specialist knowledge  in foot mechanics, gait training and breath.  This powerful trio play an important role in helping people rebuild strong, efficient movement.

Together we help active people move beyond the stop-start cycle and build a body they can trust again.

Real results, real people

Aiden, 1:1 client, Lymm

"Julie helps me get the most from what my body can do."

“Within 3 months, I was going box-to-box like Bellingham again and now I’ve run for 22 minutes and even been skiing. Julie challenges conventional wisdom, keeps me accountable, and shows what’s truly possible.”

“I’ve seen such an improvement that I am thrilled that I have returned to running.  I even completed a sprint triathlon for the first time in 6 years.”

Alasdair, Ramsbottom

"It's given me the confidence to get back running which I didn't think I would do again. It's been liberating! Through this process I will end up better than before the pain started. So in a way it was a bit of a wakeup call and will set me up for the future."

Pam, St Helens

"I was ready to burn my running shoes and give up due to ongoing pain and injury. But now my plantar fasciitis is completely gone.  No more foot pain or back pain. And I am closing in on my half marathon goal. I use everything you taught me and it pays off"

Steve, Tottington

"This has been life-changing for me and one of the best investments in my health that I have done. I am now free from pain in my hips and have better movement in my spine and whole body, as well as an improvement in mental health"

Nick, Darwen

If this resonates, start with a call

Start with a conversation

Most people arrive unsure what the right next step is.
That’s exactly what we figure out together.

On the call we simply talk through what’s been going on and whether starting with an MOT makes sense.

No pressure. No hard sell.

Just a straightforward conversation.

Based in Bromley Cross, Bolton, I work with active people across the North West, many of whom come to me after months or years of recurring injuries or niggles that keep coming back.
 

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What clients say about working with us

"Julie has in my opinion a unique approach to yoga in that her knowledge,explanation of movement and passion are the best I have seen.
 
Each pose, posture and breath work are broken down carefully and controlled so benefits are ultimately achieved.Her classes are always different and varied.
 
Julie has also helped me with issues I have with my shoulder and lower back as I suffer pain & discomfort by providing me with 121 sessions (a lot more hands on & investigation than NHS).
 
I can highly recommend Julie Tod."

Christine, Summerseat

Christine, Summerseat

After almost giving up running due to onoing pain and injury, my plantar fasciitis is completely gone. No foot pain or back pain and I am closing in on my half marathon goal.

I use everything you taught me and it pays off!

Steve

Steve

If you are looking at improving your running technique and remaining injury free, this is a great investment.  Julie and Phil are both passionate about running.  The sessions are easy to follow, they keep things interesting and are individualised to meet your own goals and requirements. 

From individual stretching programs to running form and breath-work, it’s all structured so you can get the most out of your time out on the trail (or road).  Having completed level 1 and now coming to the end of level 2 rebuild to run course my running has greatly improved.  I no longer hell strike, my form is more consistent and I have learned to consciously relax my body whilst running. 

It’s not a magic formula but if you are willing to take on board new ideas and put in the work, I believe you too could have outstanding results.

Les

Les

As I was approaching my 60s I have really enjoyed getting into doing triathlons... but then I started with pain in my hip.   I saw a physio, osteopath, had an X-ray and evan an orthopaedic surgeon.  The view was that it was an overuse strain, but it would not go away. 

David

David
You’re the first person I’ve met (and I have met A LOT of healthcare practitioners, holistic therapists, yoga teachers etc. in the last few years!) who has understood where I’m at and what the real issues are so for that I will always be grateful. 
 
I have already recommended you to other people in a similar place. I felt pretty bleak when I look back where I was but this has definitely helped me feel positive about the future in terms of what I can achieve. 

Sarah Morton

Sarah Morton

I believe the Oxygen Advantage really did help deal with altitude better on my trek to Everest base camp.  As we ascended both Chris and I could feel the lack of oxygen but using the nasal breathing techniques you taught us, we seemed to adjust faster than the rest of the group.

There were also several members suffering with symptoms of AMS (Acute Mountain Sickness) we didn’t have any problems. I was also very surprised that my SPO2 levels, as mine barely dropped below 90.  The other benefit now I am back home , I  sleeping like a baby and no longer snoring!"

Chris Chadwick

Dave McBride

I want to say a massive thanks to Phil for all his efforts to get me and Dave ready for our trek to Everst Base Camp.  It really helped me mentally prepare for the trip knowing I had these Oxygen Advantage breathing techniques up my sleeve to deal with the altitude.

I would say to anyone looking to get those extra gains that this technique really helps open up your airwaves and get more oxygen into your system. This in turn helps you go for longer, recover quicker and push yourselves that extra level.

Chris Chadwick

Chris Chadwick

Julie supported me through my cancer treatment and after an operation on my neck. She was kind, considerate and creative in her yoga exercises to aid my recovery. She was flexible with the sessions depending on my fatigue and health needs.  Julie has taught me some invaluable stretches and exercises to restore my muscles and body after such trauma. I am delighted to say i now have full use of my arm and shoulder. I still regularly practise everything she taught me. She has a wealth of knowledge and experience.

Sarah Goodall

Sarah Goodall

By assessing my body’s entire range of movement Julie was able to identify the route-cause of the adductor strain and develop a program to address this. Over the weeks we improved movement in other areas of the body, like my back, shoulders, neck and core, and I saw how this impacted the injured area.  Although I’m still conscious of my injury,  I am now hiking and running without any pain. I am feeling much less stiff, have a great range of motion – and importantly – I don’t hurt anymore! I am definitely approaching my daily routine with a new vigour, and sense of wellness and calm. The impact on my whole well-being is incredible.

Olly Caunt

Olly Caunt

I took a back to basics running course with Phil & Julie last year (just after completing an ultra-marathon) because I wanted to improve certain aspects of my running… mainly around running more efficiently over a longer distance… what happened next was Phil & Julie turned everything upside down by showing me what was really important…Fixing issues in my technique, balance & body alignment!  I can’t speak highly enough of how hard they work & how much effort they put into to what they do. The difference they’ve made to my running & overall wellbeing is incredible… in fact, so much so that I’ve just booked on their next course!

Steve Rees

I was paying for an osteopath, waiting for the NHS.  But it felt like there was no end in sight.  But working with Julie on the corrective exercise has been very successful.  I feel I am getting stronger each week. It’s been liberating!  Through this process I will end up better than before the pain started.  So in a way it was a bit of a wakeup call and will set me up for the future.

Pam Darwin

After 10 years of playing football, I was suffering back and knee pain and issues. I was thinking of packing it in. But after regular yoga classes with Julie and some 121 sessions, have seen a massive decrease in injuries and I am still playing!

Carl Willcox

Carl Willcox

Oxygen Advantage training has had a huge positive impact in many aspects of my life. My running and cycling has significantly improved, finding myself with more energy and not gasping for breath powering up hills. In addition, the breathing techniques have enabled me to recharge myself, improving mental clarity, reduce stress and get better sleep. Julie is a fantastic coach, who refines your training plan for your unique requirements. Just do it.

Steve Vale

Steve Vale

I can’t praise Julie and Phil enough for the coaching on our recent chi running course. The depth of knowledge, ability to guide you clearly and passion for improving their students’ techniques and confidence is beyond what I was expecting when I signed up. We were lucky to have several classes which ended up being one-to-one so benefitted from tailored sessions, but even in bigger groups, nobody is left behind or held back. Fantastic work and a good laugh at the same time.

Tracey Rees Clough

Tracey Rees Clough

I have been attending the beginners yoga class since January 2018. I had not done any yoga before but Julie is very welcoming and supportive and the class has a positive, inclusive atmosphere. Julie gives clear, easy to follow guidance throughout the class, and is very knowledgeable about precisely how each pose affects the body.

Louise Brown

Louise Brown

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